AutoTech Ventures

Autotech Ventures, established in 2013 and based in Menlo Park, California, is a venture capital firm managing over $400 million. It invests in early-stage startups operating in the ground transportation industry, focusing on connected, autonomous, shared, and electrified vehicles, as well as related mobility services. The firm provides portfolio companies with capital, industry connections, market intelligence, talent recruitment support, and fundraising assistance. By bridging the gap between innovative startups and established corporations, Autotech Ventures aims to shape the future of transportation.

Dilara Bozyilan

Analyst

Esat Canli

Analyst

Burak Cendek

Partner

Quin Garcia

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Maurice Gunderson

Managing Director

Ivy Nguyen

Principal

Tony Rimas

Venture Partner

Masahiro Suzuki

Partner and Director of Strategic Services

Past deals in Smart Cities

Busup

Venture Round in 2024
BusUp is a mobility service provider that focuses on efficient and flexible corporate commuting solutions, pioneering shared corporate shuttle services since its establishment in 2016. Operating globally in the U.S., Europe, and Latin America, BusUp serves major corporations such as Accenture, Roche, and Nestlé. The company leverages advanced technology and an innovative business model to transform a traditionally low-digitized sector, enhancing convenience for passengers, clients, operators, and public administration. BusUp has collaborated with over 150 operators and served more than 100 clients, facilitating the transport of over 500,000 passengers worldwide. Additionally, its platform allows users to book on-demand crowd-sourced buses for commuting and leisure, particularly in areas with limited public transport options.

Hayden AI

Series C in 2024
Hayden AI focuses on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies aimed at enhancing urban mobility and safety. The company specializes in automated enforcement solutions for dedicated bus lanes and bus stops, which are designed to expedite public transit and improve the overall quality of life in urban areas. By leveraging advanced technology and a network of mobile devices, Hayden AI works to create safer and smarter cities. Its platform enables clients to utilize AI-powered tools that can detect and analyze traffic incidents, contributing to more efficient traffic management and fostering a sustainable urban environment.

Hayden AI

Series A in 2021
Hayden AI focuses on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies aimed at enhancing urban mobility and safety. The company specializes in automated enforcement solutions for dedicated bus lanes and bus stops, which are designed to expedite public transit and improve the overall quality of life in urban areas. By leveraging advanced technology and a network of mobile devices, Hayden AI works to create safer and smarter cities. Its platform enables clients to utilize AI-powered tools that can detect and analyze traffic incidents, contributing to more efficient traffic management and fostering a sustainable urban environment.

Veo

Series A in 2021
Veo is a micro-mobility company that operates electric scooters and bikes primarily in urban areas and around universities. The company designs and engineers vehicles, hardware, and software systems aimed at providing sustainable and healthy transportation options. Veo's bike-share application facilitates affordable and environmentally friendly travel, particularly in locations with high student populations. Through its reservation platform, users can easily find and reserve bikes, with automatic payment processing to enhance convenience. By promoting greener modes of transport, Veo contributes to making communities more sustainable and livable.

Hayden AI

Seed Round in 2021
Hayden AI focuses on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies aimed at enhancing urban mobility and safety. The company specializes in automated enforcement solutions for dedicated bus lanes and bus stops, which are designed to expedite public transit and improve the overall quality of life in urban areas. By leveraging advanced technology and a network of mobile devices, Hayden AI works to create safer and smarter cities. Its platform enables clients to utilize AI-powered tools that can detect and analyze traffic incidents, contributing to more efficient traffic management and fostering a sustainable urban environment.

Hayden AI

Seed Round in 2020
Hayden AI focuses on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies aimed at enhancing urban mobility and safety. The company specializes in automated enforcement solutions for dedicated bus lanes and bus stops, which are designed to expedite public transit and improve the overall quality of life in urban areas. By leveraging advanced technology and a network of mobile devices, Hayden AI works to create safer and smarter cities. Its platform enables clients to utilize AI-powered tools that can detect and analyze traffic incidents, contributing to more efficient traffic management and fostering a sustainable urban environment.

Busup

Seed Round in 2019
BusUp is a mobility service provider that focuses on efficient and flexible corporate commuting solutions, pioneering shared corporate shuttle services since its establishment in 2016. Operating globally in the U.S., Europe, and Latin America, BusUp serves major corporations such as Accenture, Roche, and Nestlé. The company leverages advanced technology and an innovative business model to transform a traditionally low-digitized sector, enhancing convenience for passengers, clients, operators, and public administration. BusUp has collaborated with over 150 operators and served more than 100 clients, facilitating the transport of over 500,000 passengers worldwide. Additionally, its platform allows users to book on-demand crowd-sourced buses for commuting and leisure, particularly in areas with limited public transport options.
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